• Supported Platforms
• M7i Routers

• Related Topics
• M7i Chassis Description
• M7i Midplane Description
• Maintaining the M7i Routing Engine
• Inserting the CompactFlash Card
• Configuring the CompactFlash Card

Removing the CompactFlash Card from a Routing Engine

The CompactFlash card is located inside the Routing Engine. To remove the CompactFlash card (see Figure 1):

1. Place an electrostatic bag or antistatic mat on a flat, stable surface.
2. Attach an electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding strap to your bare wrist and connect the strap to one of the ESD points on the chassis. Verify that the router is attached to a proper earth ground.
3. Remove the Routing Engine as described in Removing an M7i Routing Engine.
4. Use needlenose pliers with grooved jaws to pull the wire clasp out from under the CompactFlash card and lift it up (see Figure 1).
5. Use the needlenose pliers to gently grasp the CompactFlash card and slide it out of the connector. Place the CompactFlash card on the antistatic mat or in the electrostatic bag.